We found concerns about income inequality in Australia are strongly related to dissatisfaction with democracy. This suggests Australia’s satisfaction with democracy is at risk.

To renew its democracy, Australia must make its system of government more representative, accountable and responsive to the needs of citizens.

In it, some of our finest thinkers and writers explain and analyse how our government, parliament and Constitution work, and examine some of the most pressing issues facing our democracy.

With sections on our parliament, our government and the Constitution, the book aims to delve deeper into all aspect of Australian democracy.